Litigation Attorney

Position Title: Litigation Attorney

Take ownership of substantive litigation without getting lost inside a massive firm. A well-established Southern California law firm is seeking a Litigation Attorney to independently manage civil litigation matters from intake through resolution. This attorney will handle discovery, motion practice, depositions, mediations, and trial preparation while working on varied matters that require strong judgment, organization, and attention to detail.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of civil litigation experience, understands California civil procedure, and can confidently move cases forward without heavy oversight. The firm is looking for a capable, grounded attorney who works well with others, communicates professionally with clients and colleagues, and brings confidence without ego.

Salary Range: $135,000–$195,000+ / Year, DOE

Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation matters from intake through settlement, mediation, or trial
• Develop case strategy and independently move matters through each stage of litigation
• Draft and respond to written discovery
• Research, draft, and argue motions and other litigation filings
• Prepare for and take depositions
• Represent clients throughout mediation and other dispute resolution proceedings
• Prepare cases for trial, including evidence, witnesses, strategy, and supporting materials
• Maintain organization and attention to detail across a diverse caseload with multiple deadlines
• Communicate directly with clients and collaborate closely with attorneys and support staff

Requirements

• 3+ years of substantive civil litigation experience
• Active California Bar membership in good standing
• Experience in trusts and estates, probate, real estate, business, or general civil litigation
• Strong understanding of California civil procedure, discovery, and motion practice
• Demonstrated experience drafting motions, conducting discovery, and participating in depositions and mediations
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience handling contested conservatorships, guardianships, elder financial abuse, undue influence, capacity disputes, or breach of fiduciary duty claims preferred
• Experience in real property disputes, including quiet title, partition, easements, or title litigation
• Backgrounds in business, partnership, commercial, professional liability, insurance coverage, bad faith, employment, or family law litigation also considered
• Trial experience preferred
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities
• Professional, collaborative, and client-focused approach with the ability to work independently and effectively within a team

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Simple IRA with employer match
• PTO, paid sick leave, and paid holidays
• Paid CLE and bar dues
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage
• Monthly health and wellness benefit
• Hybrid flexibility after 90 days with three days per week in the office

If you are an experienced litigator ready to own your cases, sharpen your advocacy skills, and grow with an established firm, apply today.